In her “Coffee With Stacy” series, Commissioner Ritter meets with a variety of guests to discuss Broward County topics as well as those that are national in scope. Guests include leaders from County government, non-profit organizations, media, educators and more. Choose from the topics that interest you most from the directory below.

The current browser does not support Web pages that contain the IFRAME element. To use this Web Part, you must use a browser that supports this element, such as Internet Explorer 7.0 or later.

Story 1

“Coffee With Stacy”FLL Airport Expansion UpdateStacy finds out how the South Runway project and future expansion of the airport will benefit Broward County, its residents and visitors. Stacy talks with Aviation Director Kent George about the major projects that are changing the look and efficiency of one of the busiest airports in the country. View:

Stacy finds out how technology is changing and improving Broward County Libraries. Books, music, e-readers, classes, homework help for teens and so much more are free at BCL. Stacy talks with Assistant Regional Library Manager, Laura Connors about programs offered, for newborns through seniors. View:

Stacy visits the County's African-American Research Library and Cultural Center to view their latest free exhibit, The Fabulous Forties on the Ave. Assistant Regional Library Manager, Essie Denoms, walks us through a re-creation of 5th Avenue in the 1940's, a vibrant African-American community in Fort Lauderdale. View:

Commissioner Ritter meets with Nicki Grossman, the President of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, to discuss tourism. Learn how tourism impacts the local economy and its affect on employment. Find out about the great things local residents can enjoy. View:

Commissioner Ritter meets with Kent George, Aviation Director, to discuss how the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport has grown to become the busiest general aviation airport in the country. View:

Commissioner Ritter and Tim Garling, Division Director of Broward County Transit, discuss the advantages of the new hybrid articulated buses and how technology is making public transportation more convenient and enjoyable. View:

Commissioner Ritter interviews Lori Parrish, Broward County Property Appraiser and discusses the role of the Property Appraisers’ Office, how your home is appraised and how seniors are notified about property exemptions. View:

Commissioner Ritter talks with County Administrator Bertha Henry to discuss the County’s budget, property taxes and how budget reductions were made over the past several years. They discuss future upgrades at the Airport and Seaport and how they translate into job creation. View:

Commissioner Ritter interviews Sheri Brown from the Community Foundation of Broward to discuss the Foundation’s role, its funding and how it helps residents and organizations throughout the County. View:

Commissioner Ritter sits down with Andrea Busada, Director of Broward County’s Elderly and Veterans Services Division. They discuss program funding and focus on behavioral health and substance abuse services as well as the veterans program. View:

Commissioner Ritter talks with Scott Brunner, Assistant Director of Broward County Traffic Engineering about the success of the County’s traffic light synchronization program and the controversial Red Light Cameras. View:

Commissioner Ritter speaks with Earl Maucker, a recently appointed Lighthouse Point City Commissioner and former Executive Editor of the Sun-Sentinel. They discuss political life, how journalism has changed and the effects of social media. View:

Commissioner Ritter meets with Susan Myers, the (now former) Director of Broward County Human Services. The two discuss many services including the Broward Addiction Recovery Center, Family Success Centers and Elderly and Veterans Services. View: